A Bar Above

MAY 25, 2024

But chasing the latest “new thing” is often done at the expense of mastering the basics of running a successful bar/restaurant program. Simply asking each bartender , “What is the house pour for spirits and wine?” Let’s face it, the managers of a bar or restaurant have a lot of responsibility.

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Cheers

AUGUST 6, 2024

15, 1954 that Ron Monchito Marrer, the head bartender at the Caribe Hilton hotel in San Juan, created the first Piña Colada using Don Q Gold rum. What’s more, Don Q — made in Ponce, Puerto Rico, at Destilería Serrallés — has a document signed by Monchito confirming that he used the rum brand in his creation. Strain into a coupe glass.

Bar Spoon

VinePair

AUGUST 22, 2024

On my birthday a few years ago, a friend who works in the wine industry bought me a bartender’s handshake shot at a bar. The zesty, bittersweet citrus tamed Fernet’s menthol tidal wave in a way only a bartender could’ve known it would, making for an invigorating, surprisingly balanced one sipper. plus G.D.T.s plus G.D.T.s

Shooter

VinePair

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Toni Tipton-Martin has been making and documenting food and beverage history for decades. After tirelessly researching and documenting 200 years’ worth of Black drinks history, Tipton-Martin compiled the recipes, stories, and names that she found into the book’s pages to give them new life.

Cocktail Culture

VinePair

MARCH 6, 2024

Long-time Guinness ambassador Ryan Wagner estimates that 90 percent of American bartenders know that if a customer orders a pint of Guinness Draught Stout, there’s something different they have to do. Do you tell generations of bartenders there’s a new way to pour our beer?” But what is right at this point? Wagner says. “Or

Stout

Australian Bartender

JUNE 24, 2024

She is the co-owner of Goodwater in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar. I expected that its story would be quite well documented, with perhaps a squabble over which exact bar in New Orleans had first mixed one, but instead, I opened a can of worms. How hard could it be?

Brandy

VinePair

APRIL 12, 2024

The drink’s inventor, bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler, suggests using fresh currants to garnish this one, but a lemon wheel makes an acceptable substitute if you’ve missed out on this year’s crop. See Recipe The Gold Rush This bright, three-ingredient modern classic was born behind the bar at NYC’s now-shuttered Milk & Honey.

Simple Syrup

Bar Magazine

MARCH 27, 2024

Award-winning Italian aperitivo brand, ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto is delighted to announce Brandon Stead from 45 West Gin and Cocktail Bar in Leicester as the UK winner of the 2024 Art of ITALICUS Aperitivo Challenge. We look forward to having Brandon represent UK on the global stage in Rome.”

IPA

Cocktails with Suderman

JUNE 14, 2024

In the Bartender’s Choice app, the excellent searchable cocktail recipe database from Attaboy founder Sam Ross, there’s a short note attached to a drink called “Too Soon? It’s not the same bar, but it’s very much a successor. Both Attaboy and Milk & Honey are, rather famously, bars without menus.

Bitters

Barina Craft

MARCH 28, 2023

Haven’t been able to find much information at all, but this article which documents the quest to have several Kansas City bartenders make an Ice Water suggests the drink’s name comes from the murkiness added by the lime juice and the apparent perception by some that “KC’s water comes straight from a dirty river.”

Vodka

Tales of the Cocktail

AUGUST 16, 2023

To culminate this incredible partnership, we hosted a multi-day residency at Tales of the Cocktail® 2023 that showcased four remarkable bars from the Singapore bar community. Let’s take a look back at each bar, their background, and the creative cocktails served over the week.

Club

Tales of the Cocktail

AUGUST 16, 2023

To culminate this incredible partnership, we hosted a multi-day residency at Tales of the Cocktail® 2023 that showcased four remarkable bars from the Singapore bar community. Let’s take a look back at each bar, their background, and the creative cocktails served over the week.

Club

Three Spirit

JUNE 1, 2023

When I first let go of alcohol back in August 2022, blogging it on TikTok was a great way for me to document and to even take accountability. But I found that creating videos is my way of documenting it. Helping others achieve their goals by providing a curated bar space with delicious options for EVERYONE!

Nightlife

VinePair

MARCH 13, 2024

11, the noted Queens cocktail bar Dutch Kills posted a query on its Instagram feed. So many cocktail bars have such distinct identities there is no need for them to homogenize themselves in order to suit the trends of the masses.” It was a classic cocktail bar, or a neo-speakeasy. It was a tiki/tropical bar or a haven for amaro.

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VinePair

JULY 2, 2024

On a recent night in May, Charles Joly, the noted Chicago bartender, was in New York. He strolled into the Bronze Owl, a new cocktail bar on West 33rd Street near Broadway recently opened by the Hospitality Department restaurant and bar group. Bronze Owl bar director Max Green was behind the bar. Not enough?

Molecular Mixology

Tales of the Cocktail

JUNE 24, 2025

I have sat on panels with people I admire and have looked up to and discussed the harsh realities of being a LGBTQAI+ bartender during Pride month countless times, but when Pride is over, so is the urgency to make lasting and dynamic changes. Diversity makes for a better and more joyous bar (and world, but I digress). Keep going.

Bartending

Chilled Magazine

MARCH 24, 2025

Whether it originated in Havana or not, what is clear is that it was perceived as a medicinal drink, especially to combat cholera, a fact that is documented by many contemporary writers. Mash with the bar spoon harmoniously to integrate all the flavors and temper the cocktail. Top with soda water.

Bartending

VinePair

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

It wasn’t until Netflix released “Drink Masters” in 2022 that the average bar guest realized mixing cocktails could be a competitive sport. “It In 2023, Diageo World Class documented the event via Spirit on Prime, while other brands have streamed their comps on YouTube, further expanding the visibility of the competitive bar world.

Speed Rack

Mixologists

MARCH 28, 2025

Forget the intimidating images of bustling bars and complex recipes; we're here to demystify the art of mixology, empowering you to create drinks that not only tantalize your taste buds but also impress your guests with their professional flair. Bar Spoon: For effortless stirring and layering of ingredients.

Mixology

Mixologists

JANUARY 17, 2025

Ever wondered why some bars thrive while others struggle? Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or passionate home bartender, this comprehensive guide will show you how to create handcrafted drinks that captivate your guests and elevate your beverage program to new heights.

Mixology

Mixologists

JANUARY 14, 2025

World's Best Hotel Bars: Where Elite Mixologists Create Luxury Cocktail Experiences The art of luxury hotel mixology has evolved dramatically in recent years, transforming hotel bars from simple lounges into world-class cocktail destinations. These master craftspeople bring: 1.

Mixologist

Mixologists

MARCH 28, 2025

Introduction: Imagine transforming your home bar from a mere collection of bottles into a vibrant hub of creativity and social enjoyment. Whether you're a complete beginner, curious about the basics, or an aspiring home bartender looking to refine your techniques, our classes demystify the art of mixology.

Mixology

Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

Build a Stylish Home Bar With Must-Have Tools Want to impress guests with your bartending skills at home? Building a stylish home bar is easier than you think. This guide will show you how to select essential tools, create an appealing aesthetic, and set up your bar for maximum functionality.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Things were not looking great for Bar Louie in early 2020. But Bar Louie quickly and quietly emerged from bankruptcy in June 2020, after secured lender Antares Capital LP purchased the company and acquired $82.5 Key to the turnaround is a refocus on the bar. We want to make sure that we keep the bar at the forefront, Welby says.

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VinePair

MAY 30, 2025

At its core, the Daiquiri is a simple mix of rum , lime, and sugar, but its also a litmus test for how well a bartender knows how to balance cocktails. Its a bars equivalent to a plain slice at a pizza joint, a cheeseburger at an American restaurant, or a flagship IPA at a brewery.

Rum

Barina Craft

APRIL 12, 2025

While the Corpse Reviver #2 deserves a place on your drinks menu for taste alone, it may be the notes author and bartender Harry Craddock added to the bottom of each these two hangover remedies that helped extend their notoriety decades later. What Do You Say To All Those Corpse Reviver Cocktail Cousins? Not a problem.

Brandy